Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of black people in U.S. history.

"I think that when you are looking at a political climate like what we have right now with the tension.. a lot of peoples reaction is lets talk, lets talk through these tough things, and I think there is a lot of truth to that.. we do need to do a lot of talking, however I think that celebrating is a big component, and when you're able to celebrate your neighbor, and celebrate your differences, you can really make it through anything you can push through anything." -- Precious Freeman, Executive Director

Thursday's kickoff event is the first of many.

February 1 -- Kickoff EventFebruary 2-4 -- Story Time and Book FairFebruary 10 -- Family Tour and Activity DayFebruary 16 -- Dinner at the CarverFebruary 24 -- Black History Power Class

For more information on the future events, you can call the museum at (334) 712-0933.

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